1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 52 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 31 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 244 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, 2013 Acura TSX, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX. 2013 Acura TSX 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. 2013 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Maserati 3500 | 2013 Acura TSX | |
Make | Maserati | Acura |
Model | 3500 | TSX |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2708 mm |