2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1500 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 344 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 756 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. 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.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 1965 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | GranSport | 1500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |