1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F512 M | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
