1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 286 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. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | 3500 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
