1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 430. (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 430 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
