1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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 95 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
