1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 51 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 780 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2012 Lancia Voyager 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. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Maserati | Lancia |
Model | 3500 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3078 mm |