1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 208 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |