2007 BMW M3 vs. 1950 Maserati 4CLT
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Maserati 4CLT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Maserati 4CLT would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Maserati 4CLT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Maserati 4CLT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1950 Maserati 4CLT. 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.
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2007 BMW M3 | 1950 Maserati 4CLT | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | 4CLT |
Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 620 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |