2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 7 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 3,217 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 221 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | 3200 GT | B2300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |