1988 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | 450 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |