2003 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 39 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 169 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
