1960 Maserati 3500 vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 3500 | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 3500 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
