1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 39 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 9 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 258 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Magna |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |