2006 BMW 120 vs. 1963 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1963 Maserati 3500.
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:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1963 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 120 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
