1991 BMW M12 vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M12 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
