1999 BMW 750 vs. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT.
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.
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1999 BMW 750 | 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 750 | 5000 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |