2009 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 120 | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |