2009 BMW 523 vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 523 | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
