1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | Mondial | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |