2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 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 316 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | GranSport | 616 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |