1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |
