2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 261 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Ridgeline | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |