1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | RX-2 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2299 mm |
