2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (433 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | SL | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 20.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |