2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | S | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |