1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 381 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | 500 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |