1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 750 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | GTA | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |