1952 Skoda 1200 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 870 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Skoda 1200 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Skoda | Maserati |
| Model | 1200 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2942 mm |
