2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1992 Honda Integra

To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Integra 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 1992 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 941 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Integra 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.

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2009 Maserati GranTurismo 1992 Honda Integra
Make Maserati Honda
Model GranTurismo Integra
Year Released 2009 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4691 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1014 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2560 mm


 

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