1993 BMW 840 vs. 1941 Maserati 8
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Maserati 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Maserati 8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Maserati 8 (424 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Maserati 8 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1941 Maserati 8.
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:
1993 BMW 840 | 1941 Maserati 8 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 840 | 8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1941 |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 780 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |