1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | Hi-Ace | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
