1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1965 Maserati 151
To start off, 1965 Maserati 151 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati 151 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 1965 Maserati 151.
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 5000 GT | 1965 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 5000 GT | 151 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
