1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3481 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 922 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |