1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. 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 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 430 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
