1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 100 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. 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.
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1960 Maserati 5000 GT | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | 5000 GT | Carlton |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |