1946 Maserati 4 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 1976 Porsche 930 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1946 Maserati 4. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1946 Maserati 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 930 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1946 Maserati 4. 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:
| 1946 Maserati 4 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
