1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.
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 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Newport | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
