1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 360 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15, 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | 15 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
