2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S 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 360 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 978 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1966 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1966 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Maserati | Moretti |
| Model | GranSport | 850S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |
