1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Ford Mustang. 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:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4733 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
