1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 1972 Seat 127
To start off, 1972 Seat 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Seat 127, 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Maserati 3500 | 1972 Seat 127 | |
Make | Maserati | Seat |
Model | 3500 | 127 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |