1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 411 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Porsche | Maserati |
Model | 911 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 86 L |