1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 293 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | GT | GranSport |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |