1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 40 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 88 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 5 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | GT 3500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |