1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 12 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 141 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 3500 | 504 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |