1977 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escort | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
