1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Hunaudieres | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
