2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 545 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1951 Morris Minor | |
Make | Maserati | Morris |
Model | GranSport | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |