1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | GranSport |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |