1975 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana 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 303 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 685 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Torana | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |