1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1960 Maserati 3500. 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:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
