1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 42 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 77 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 3500 | 407 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |