1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 941 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | MR2 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| 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 | 940 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 86 L |
