2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 GranSport | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
