2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500.
Because 1959 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Santa Fe | 3500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |