1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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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1960 Maserati 5000 GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 5000 GT | S |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |