1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 49 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2010 Holden Captiva 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. 2010 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | 3500 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
