1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 586 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |
