1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1965 Toyota Crown is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GT 3500 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
