2003 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | SC | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
