1997 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
| Model | C | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |
