2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 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 252 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 955 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
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2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | GranTurismo | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |