1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 30 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 235 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 1991 Holden Statesman 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. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
