2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 3200 GT | 350Z |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |