1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 32 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 22 more horse power than 1991 Audi Coupe. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe. 1991 Audi Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Audi Coupe | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | Coupe | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |