1963 Maserati 3500 vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1963 Maserati 3500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 Maserati 3500.
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:
| 1963 Maserati 3500 | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | 3500 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
