1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 274 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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
