2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Discovery | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
