2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 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 285 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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2006 Maserati GranSport | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | GranSport | 309 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |