1975 Ford Torino vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 14 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 320 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Torino | 3500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |