2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. (405 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
| Model | E | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
