1997 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
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, 1997 Honda Civic, 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 (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Civic 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.
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1997 Honda Civic | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1343 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2942 mm |