2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |