1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GT 3500 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
