2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 48 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 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 505 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 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Brera | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
