2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 317 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GranSport | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
