1960 Maserati 3500 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 632 kg more than 1960 Maserati 3500.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1960 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1960 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 3500 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 3500 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
