2004 Mahindra CL vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL 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, 2004 Mahindra CL 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra CL | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Maserati |
| Model | CL | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
