1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1972 Fiat 132 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 132 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
