1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | Discovery | GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |