1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 21 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 151 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 3500 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 3500 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
