2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1142 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 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2610 mm |
