1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Suburban | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |