2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1983 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GranSport | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
