1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 50 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 94 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2011 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Maserati 3500 | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
Model | 3500 | Tucson |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |