1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1964 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1964 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 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 208 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1964 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Maserati | Steyr |
| Model | 3500 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1510 mm |
