1999 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo

To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 361 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alfa Romeo 166 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
Make Alfa Romeo Maserati
Model 166 GranTurismo
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 433 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4882 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1915 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1354 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2941 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 86 L


 

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