1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
