1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 297 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
