2007 Maserati GT vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian 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 288 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 1979 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GT has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Maserati | Isuzu |
| Model | GT | Florian |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
