1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 43 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 575 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.
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, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2004 Mercury Marauder 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. 2004 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 3500 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
