1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 930 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Cobra | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
