1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 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 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 3500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |