2005 BMW 630 vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 994 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 630 | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 630 | 350S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
