1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 710 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | 3500 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
