1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 453 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | GranSport |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |