2002 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 554 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | NSX | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
