1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 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.
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1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 500 Superfast | 3500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |