2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Coupe | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |