1958 Maserati 300 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1958 Maserati 300 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
