1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
