2008 BMW 650 vs. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. 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:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 650 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
