1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 375 kg more than 1960 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.
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1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | 3500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |