1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Porsche | Maserati |
Model | 911 | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |