2006 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 906 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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 330 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
