2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 51 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | GranSport | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |