1999 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
