1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Because 1964 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 166 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
