1996 Holden Nova vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova, 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Nova | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
