2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 147 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Mustang | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 412 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 528 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |