1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 25 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Mondial | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
