2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1986 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Proton Saloon 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 329 more horse power than 1986 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1986 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 760 kg more than 1986 Proton Saloon. 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, 1986 Proton Saloon, 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1986 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Maserati | Proton |
| Model | GranSport | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
