1993 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS 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 195 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | GS | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
