1959 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 865 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
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.
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1959 Maserati 420 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 420 | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4190 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |