1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 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 95 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
