1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 1974 Audi 80 is newer by 10 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 157 more horse power than 1974 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1974 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 3500 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
