2004 BMW 745 vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
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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2004 BMW 745 | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 745 | 350S |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |