1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | 3500 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
