1994 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 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 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 570 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
