1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Camaro | GranSport |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |