1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 504 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Tipo 61 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
