1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 32 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Maserati 3500 | 1996 Vector M12 | |
Make | Maserati | Vector |
Model | 3500 | M12 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |