1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sportage | 3500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |