2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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 GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GranTurismo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
