1992 Porsche 928 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 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 928. (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 261 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928. 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 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 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 928 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 928 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 928 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Porsche | Maserati |
Model | 928 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5396 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 86 L |