1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 341 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 500 Superfast | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |