1998 Lexus GS vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS 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 21 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 332 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | GS | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
