1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |