2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 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) has 333 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | GranSport | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
