2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard would be higher. 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 268 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 435 kg more than 1982 Nissan Leopard. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 3200 GT | Leopard |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |