1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 37 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 113 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Maserati |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
