1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | Testarossa | GranSport |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |