1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus SC weights approximately 485 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, 2010 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2010 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2010 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Maserati | Lexus |
| Model | 3500 | SC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
