2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 726 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sorento | 3500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |