2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century 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 150 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Toyota Century. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | GranTurismo | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |