2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Maserati |
Model | Beetle | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1343 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |