1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993. 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:
| 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 5000 GT | 993 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
