2007 Acura RL vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | RL | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |