2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1980 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 820 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | 1302 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |