1954 Ford Anglia vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1957 Maserati 3500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. 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:
1954 Ford Anglia | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Anglia | 3500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |