1977 Ford LTD vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD.
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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | LTD | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
