2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Octavia 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) has 352 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 716 kg more than 1964 Skoda Octavia. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | GranSport | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |