1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3500 | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
