1976 Mazda RX-4 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 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-4 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | RX-4 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2942 mm |
