2007 Maserati GT vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 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 273 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
