2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
