1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 650 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ford Telstar, 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Telstar | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
