1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 25 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 3500 | 430 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
