1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 53 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 41 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 231 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2629 mm |
