1961 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 49 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 57 kg more than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5000 GT | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| 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 | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
