1984 Rover 3500 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Rover 3500 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Rover | Maserati |
Model | 3500 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |