1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 585 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | E |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |