1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 54 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1297 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 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Maserati | GMC |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3481 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1927 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |