2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 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 360 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 720 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
Model | GranSport | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |