2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
