2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 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.
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2006 Maserati Coupe | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |