2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona 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 680 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona.
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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | V8 GranSport | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
