1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 145 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.
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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |