2003 BMW 520 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 520 | 151 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
