2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 102 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2010 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | 370Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |