1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 228 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
