2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona 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 337 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Ascona 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 | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | GranSport | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
