1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 455 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
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 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3500 | Grandis |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |