1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1964 Maserati 3500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (233 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Cabriolet | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
