1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 46 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 558 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3250 mm |
