1957 Maserati 3500 vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Renault 5 is newer by 21 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1978 Renault 5. 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 | 1978 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 3500 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
