2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1962 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 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Caliber | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
