2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT 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 262 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | GranSport | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
