1995 BMW 330 vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 330 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |