2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 43 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Town & Country | 3500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |