2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (245 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Mazda | Maserati |
Model | MX-5 Miata | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2299 mm |