1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte.
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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1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | C |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4709 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |