1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 42 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza, 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 3500 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 3500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
