2009 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Maserati 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 318 | 3500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |