2008 BMW 630 vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 630 | 3500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
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 | 255 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |