1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1967 Austin 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | 1300 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |