1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 222 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |