1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 228 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
