2009 Acura RDX vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 8 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 125 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RDX 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, 2009 Acura RDX 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | RDX | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
