1994 BMW 740 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 32 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 797 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 740 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
