1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 228 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
