2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 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 188 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | GranSport | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |