1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 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 179 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 3500 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |