1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 3500 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3270 mm |
