2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle 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 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 84 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1961 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 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle. 2000 Honda Shuttle 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 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Shuttle | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Shuttle | 3500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |