1952 Buick 40 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 435 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | 40 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
