1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 56 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, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2914 mm |
