1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | 3500 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
