1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 170 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.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy 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. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Maserati 3500 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Maserati Subaru
Model 3500 Legacy
Year Released 1961 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3485 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1500 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2660 mm


 

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