2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 208 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |