2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 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 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Colorado | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |