1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 12 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 430 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | GT 3500 | GTO |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 6546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |