1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | S | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5985 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |