2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 677 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GranSport | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
