1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 420 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |