2000 Ford Artic vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT

To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 242 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Artic 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
Make Ford Maserati
Model Artic 3200 GT
Year Released 2000 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3998 cc 3217 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 128 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 491 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2670 mm


 

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