2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II 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 214 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 760 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
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2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | GranTurismo | Mark II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |