1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 5 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 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 534 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Monaco | 3500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |