1986 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2006 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 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 200 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
