1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban 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 (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 352 kg more than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2942 mm |
