1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 47 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 390 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GT 3500 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
