1997 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Maserati |
| Model | Aurora | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1720 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
