2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1976 Volkswagen 1302

To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 1976 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1976 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Maserati Coupe 1976 Volkswagen 1302
Make Maserati Volkswagen
Model Coupe 1302
Year Released 2008 1976
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4244 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.8 mm 64 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 756 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2410 mm


 

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