1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
