1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Maserati 450 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 450 | GLK |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1820 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2756 mm |