1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Maserati |
| Model | A3C | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
