2006 BMW 550 vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 550 | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |