1963 Maserati 3500 vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1974 Rover 3.5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 438 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. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati 3500 | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | 3500 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
