2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.7 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 | 1680 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
