1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Maserati | Trabant |
Model | 3500 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |