1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 13 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Monaro | GT 3500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |