1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 338 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Viper | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2942 mm |
