1955 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1957 Maserati 3500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bugatti Type 101 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 90 more horse power than 1955 Bugatti Type 101. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bugatti Type 101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1955 Bugatti Type 101 | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | Type 101 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3257 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
