1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1969 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 12 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500.
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 Austin 3-Litre | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 3-Litre | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
