1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 40 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 3500 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
