1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 54 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 57 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 697 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
