1987 Citroen AX vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 28 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 152 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | AX | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |