1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 1 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. Both 1961 Maserati 3500 and 1960 Maserati 3500 are equipped with a 3,485 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 130 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:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 3500 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
