1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1964 Maserati 3500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 600 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
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1964 Maserati 3500 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3500 | 300D |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |