2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown 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) has 316 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 425 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GranSport | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
