1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1967 Ford Corsair is newer by 10 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 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Corsair | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |