1987 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 444 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Opel | Maserati |
| Model | Senator | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
