2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II 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 294 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 680 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
