1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 49 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 35 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
