1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 246 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Toyota | Maserati |
Model | Corolla | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |