1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 3500 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | 3500 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1970 mm |
