1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 17 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 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Centura | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
