1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 49 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 632 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. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati 3500 | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 3500 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
