2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | MM Roadster | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
