1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 94 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | 3500 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
