1942 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1959 Maserati 3500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. Both 1942 GAZ 10-73 and 1959 Maserati 3500 are equipped with a 3,485 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1942 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1942 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 GAZ 10-73 | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 10-73 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
