2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500

To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 8 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Mustang 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
Make Ford Maserati
Model Mustang Gran Turismo 3500
Year Released 2000 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 3483 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 345 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2610 mm


 

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