2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | V8 GranSport | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2645 mm |
