2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (441 Nm). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
| Model | E500 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 20.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
