2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 322 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 1985 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Coupe | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
