2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline 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 307 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 641 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Skyline 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.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | Skyline |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |