1976 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | GranSport |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |