2007 Maserati GT vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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) has 293 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 304 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | GT | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
