2008 BMW 328 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 328 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
