2007 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS.
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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Lexus | Maserati |
Model | LS | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 86 L |