1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 284 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Caprice | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2942 mm |
