2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 178 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranSport | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |