1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 41 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
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, 2005 Peugeot 406, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Maserati 3500 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 3500 | 406 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |