1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Pickster | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
