2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana 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 306 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 2007 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | GranSport | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
