1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
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 (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Avanti | Maserati |
| Model | Avanti | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1540 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1343 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2942 mm |
