1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 44 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mini One. 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, 2005 Mini One, 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2005 Mini One | |
| Make | Maserati | Mini |
| Model | 3500 | One |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
