2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 5 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | GranSport | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
