1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 640 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Capri | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 88 L |
