2007 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
