1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 50 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 112 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 115 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Maserati 3500 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Maserati | Brilliance |
Model | 3500 | BS6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |