1988 Maserati Royale vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati Royale would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1988 Maserati Royale. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati Royale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati Royale weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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.
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1988 Maserati Royale | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Royale | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1768 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |