1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
