2007 Maserati GT vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. 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 GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1961 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1961 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | GT | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
