1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 16 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 126 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 3500 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
