1985 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Cobra | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
