2007 Maserati GT vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana 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 283 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 480 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | GT | Torana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
