1978 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 349 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 896 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | Corona | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
