1986 Maserati Royale vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati Royale would be higher. At 4,929 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Maserati Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Royale. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Royale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati Royale weights approximately 254 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
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.
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1986 Maserati Royale | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | Royale | GranSport |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4929 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1686 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |