2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 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 252 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 211 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 604 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 604 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | GranSport | 604 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
