2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 612 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 73 L |
