2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona 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 250 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GranTurismo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
