1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 46 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
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, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2007 Mercury Monterey 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. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | 3500 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |