1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 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 175 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | 3500 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
