1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 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 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 755 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
