2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline 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 294 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 141 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | Skyline |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |