2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 38 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 2 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Caterham | Maserati |
Model | 21 | 3500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |