1991 BMW M12 vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M12 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
