1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 237 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | GranSport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |