1990 BMW 316 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 316 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
