1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
