1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 400. (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |