1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1953 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
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 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Maserati | Talbot |
| Model | 3500 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4860 mm |
