1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 113 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 Volkswagen Citi, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 2007 Volkswagen Citi
Make Maserati Volkswagen
Model Gran Turismo 3500 Citi
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3481 cc 1423 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 196 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 857 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2410 mm


 

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