1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 51 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 74 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 71 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
