2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
