1961 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 48 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 5000 GT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
