1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 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 82 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Because 1962 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 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Maserati 3500 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Maserati | Saab |
Model | 3500 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |