2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 811 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | GMC | Maserati |
Model | Yukon | 3500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |