1989 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 228 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 228 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
