2009 BMW 545 vs. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT.
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.
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2009 BMW 545 | 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 545 | 5000 GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |