1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 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, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 970 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1960 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 5000 GT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
