1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1953 Steyr 2000
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Steyr 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Steyr 2000 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Steyr 2000. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Steyr 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1953 Steyr 2000. 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:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1953 Steyr 2000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Steyr |
| Model | 3500 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
