1957 Maserati 300 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1957 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1957 Maserati 300 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
