2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 29 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | GranSport | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2992 mm |
