2005 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 47 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 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 290 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
