1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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:
| 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F1 90 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
