1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 790 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Land Rover Discovery | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Discovery | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
