1991 BMW 525 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 29 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 212 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 665 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
