2002 Maserati Coupe vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Coupe | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Maserati | Acura |
| Model | Coupe | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
