1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 309 kg more than 1998 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |