1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 180 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 Nissan Rogue, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 3500 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
