2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 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 290 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1991 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21, 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 3200 GT | 21 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
