1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 90 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Toyota Yaris 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. 2011 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |