1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | 2CV | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |