2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Silverado | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2610 mm |
