1962 Maserati Spider 3500 vs. 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati Spider 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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.
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1962 Maserati Spider 3500 | 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Spider 3500 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 895 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |