1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 186 kg more than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. 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. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 5000 GT | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
