1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 3 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |