2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore 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 286 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore.
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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | GranSport | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
