1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1961 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Imperial | GT 3500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |