2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 262 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 26 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | GranSport | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
