1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 741 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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