1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1963 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1963 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. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1963 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Brooklands | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
