1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 512 BB | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4245 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
