1957 Maserati 3500 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1963 Simca 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 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) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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 Maserati 3500 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 3500 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 51 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
