2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 526 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |