2002 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
