1996 BMW 525 vs. 1943 Maserati 4CL
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Maserati 4CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Maserati 4CL would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Maserati 4CL (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Maserati 4CL should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1943 Maserati 4CL.
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:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1943 Maserati 4CL | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | 4CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
