1956 Morris Isis vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 584 kg more than 1956 Morris Isis. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Isis | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Morris | Maserati |
| Model | Isis | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2941 mm |
