1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo

To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 415 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.

Because 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
Make Oldsmobile Maserati
Model Toronado Gran Turismo
Year Released 1990 2013
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4691 cc
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 0 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4881 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2056 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1353 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2942 mm


 

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