1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant 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) has 291 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Maserati |
| Model | Galant | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
