1961 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 423 kg more than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT.
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:
| 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | 5000 GT | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
