1962 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 124 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1962 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 5000 GT | A5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
