1953 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 498 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1953 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1953 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Rover P4 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Rover | Maserati |
Model | P4 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |