1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1973 Opel Admiral is newer by 16 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 275 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, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Admiral |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |