1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 282 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Giulia | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |
