2007 Maserati GT vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 344 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 875 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | GT | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
