2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T 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 375 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Maserati | Steyr |
Model | GranSport | 650T |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |