2009 Acura RL vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 50 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 652 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 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura RL | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | RL | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |