1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 310 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 766 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Starlet 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:
1982 Toyota Starlet | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Toyota | Maserati |
Model | Starlet | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |