1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 22 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati GT 3500 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 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 |
