1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina 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 279 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina 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:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Cortina | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |