2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati GranTurismo would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 234 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Maserati | Lexus |
Model | GranTurismo | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 71 L |