2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Rebel 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 365 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1970 Reliant Rebel. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Maserati | Reliant |
Model | GranSport | Rebel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |