1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 31 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 85 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 3500 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
