1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 31 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
