1958 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular.
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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Popular | GranSport |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |