1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 28 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 402 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 3500 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
