1989 Maserati 228 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 228 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 228 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
