1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2002 Mazda 6 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. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati 3500 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 3500 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
