1986 Maserati Royale vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati Royale would be higher. At 4,929 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Maserati Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Royale. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Royale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati Royale weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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. 1986 Maserati Royale has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Maserati Royale will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Royale | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Royale | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4929 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
