1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 52 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, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. 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, 2011 Audi A3, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
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1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | A3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |