1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac 62 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 62 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |