2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1978 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo 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 294 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1978 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1978 Suzuki Cervo 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 | 1978 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | GranTurismo | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
