1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 45 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 344 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Maserati 3500 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Maserati Maserati
Model 3500 Quattroporte
Year Released 1961 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3485 cc 4245 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1674 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3070 mm


 

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