1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 237 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Maserati |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 86 L |
