2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 232 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 645 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Durango | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
