1990 Maserati Royale vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Royale would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Royale (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Royale should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Royale weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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.
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1990 Maserati Royale | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Royale | SLK |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1435 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2431 mm |