2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |