1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Blazer | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
