2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
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 V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | V8 GranSport | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
