2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | 3200 GT | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |