2005 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 530 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
