1963 Maserati 3500 vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1963 Maserati 3500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine 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 199 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. 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:
| 1963 Maserati 3500 | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 3500 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
