2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 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. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Continental | 3500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |