1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 32 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 82 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Because 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Maserati GT 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | GT 3500 | 605 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |