1957 Maserati 3500 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 789 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2013 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 3500 | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
| Model | 3500 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3045 mm |
