1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 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 349 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 750 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |
