2001 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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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2001 BMW 730 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 730 | Tipo 61 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |