1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 324 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Camaro | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
