1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |
