1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
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1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | 3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3481 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |