1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 24 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 90 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | 3500 | 25 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |