1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 52 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 725 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |