1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 47 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 35 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 70 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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Maserati 3500 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Maserati | Seat |
Model | 3500 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2642 mm |