1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 40 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
