2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | V8 GranSport | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
