2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 855 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Cherokee | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2766 cc | 3481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
