2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 670 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranSport | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | GranSport | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |