2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |