1996 BMW 535 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 535 | 450 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |