2004 BMW 745 vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 745 | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
