1991 BMW 316 vs. 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale
To start off, both 1991 BMW 316 and 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale (315 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1991 BMW 316. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 316.
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, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale (373 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 316. (151 Nm). This means 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 316 | 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 316 | Barchetta Straale |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
