2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1090 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3910 mm |