2007 Maserati GT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GT. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GT has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |