1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Maserati GranSport. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati GranSport. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati GranSport. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Maranello | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 88 L |
