2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Maserati 5000 GT 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 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1960 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Santa Fe | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3341 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
