1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 45 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 86 L |
