1975 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quattroporte | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
