1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | 3500 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |