2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A4 | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |