2007 BMW 550 vs. 1954 Maserati A6G
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Maserati A6G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Maserati A6G would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1954 Maserati A6G. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1954 Maserati A6G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1954 Maserati A6G. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1954 Maserati A6G | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 550 | A6G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
