2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 38 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 Maserati 3200 GT | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 3200 GT | 370Z |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |