1960 Trabant Universal vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 880 kg more than 1960 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Trabant Universal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Trabant Universal | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Trabant | Maserati |
| Model | Universal | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
