1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | 311 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |