1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 45 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 5000 GT | Clio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
