2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 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 271 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GranTurismo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
