2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
| Model | S | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
