2008 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 320 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
