1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 13 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 202 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 3500 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
