1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare is newer by 22 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
Model | GT 3500 | Volare |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |