1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 34 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Because 1962 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan. 1996 Dodge Caravan 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. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Caravan | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
