1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 760 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 1600 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.8 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |