1976 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort.
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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escort | GranSport |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |