1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Dino | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
