1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (216 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 726 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 Quattroporte (459 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
| Model | CLK | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1991 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
