1951 Ferrari 166 vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1959 Maserati 3500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 166. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 166. 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:
| 1951 Ferrari 166 | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 166 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1200 kg |
