2003 BMW 525 vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 2003 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 525 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 525 | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 525 | 450 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |