1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500. 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.
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1959 Maserati 3500 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3500 | 600 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3910 mm |