1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1508 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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.
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1961 Maserati 3500 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
Model | 3500 | Defender |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |