1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mexico is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mexico | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | Mexico | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |