1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 211 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | 560 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3063 mm |