1959 Maserati 420 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
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:
1959 Maserati 420 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 420 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4190 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |