1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 45 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, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 206 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.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 3500 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
