1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 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 162 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 3500 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 3500 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
