2000 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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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2000 BMW M3 | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | 3500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |