1962 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 54 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 5000 GT | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
