1998 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 325 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |