1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 24 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 5000 GT | Forester |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 170 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
