1989 Maserati 420 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 420 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 420 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |