2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 206 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 370 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |