2003 Ford GT vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Ford 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | GT | Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |