1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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 (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Abarth | Maserati |
Model | Monomille | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |