2003 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maserati Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Dynasty | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Dynasty | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |
