1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 81 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
| Model | S | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2941 mm |
