1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 51 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
