1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
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1959 Maserati 3500 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | 3500 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |