1956 Maserati 300 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 300. (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300. 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:
| 1956 Maserati 300 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |
