1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 25 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 3500 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |