1981 Ford Capri vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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 36 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Capri | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |