1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1959 Maserati 3500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Abarth | Maserati |
Model | 500 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 223 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |