2007 Maserati GT vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Maserati 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GT | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
