2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | SL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 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 Length | 5060 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |