2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat 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 282 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 546 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | GranSport | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |