1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 651 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Porsche | Maserati |
| Model | 911 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
