1978 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Seat | Maserati |
| Model | 127 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2941 mm |
