2007 Maserati GT vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 322 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 815 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
