2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 950 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina, 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 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranSport | 1989 Holden Barina | |
Make | Maserati | Holden |
Model | GranSport | Barina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2250 mm |