2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 896 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1951 Morris Minor | |
Make | Maserati | Morris |
Model | GranSport | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |