1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1969 Abarth 2000 is newer by 8 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 2000. (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000. 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:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 2000 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
