1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
Model | Sprite | V8 GranSport |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 71 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |