1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 1982 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1982 Simca 2 Litres is newer by 23 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Simca 2 Litres.
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. 1982 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati 3500 | 1982 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 3500 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
