1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Cherokee | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
