1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Fairlane | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2942 mm |
