1956 Maserati 250 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1956 Maserati 250.
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:
| 1956 Maserati 250 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 250 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1236 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
