1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Kangoo |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
