2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 675 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Maserati | Holden |
Model | GranTurismo | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |