1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Megagamma | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
