1984 Maserati 228 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1984 Maserati 228 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 228 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 228 | 930 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |