1991 Lexus LS vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 29 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 485 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Maserati 3500. 1991 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1962 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1962 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | LS | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
