1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 48 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | 206 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |