1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Maserati 3500. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1962 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1962 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 3500 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 3500 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
