1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Corona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3481 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |