1943 Maserati 4CL vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1978 Porsche 930 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Maserati 4CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Maserati 4CL would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1943 Maserati 4CL. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1943 Maserati 4CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1943 Maserati 4CL. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Maserati 4CL | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 4CL | 930 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
