2011 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor, 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | GranTurismo | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2410 mm |
