2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 344 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Because 1964 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 1964 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sedona | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
