2002 Maserati Coupe vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Coupe 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 (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Maserati Coupe. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Maserati Coupe. 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 2002 Maserati Coupe. 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 (750 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Coupe.

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2002 Maserati Coupe 2013 Porsche Panamera
Make Maserati Porsche
Model Coupe Panamera
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V single
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 542 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 750 Nm
Top Speed 289 km/hour 306 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1995 kg
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2920 mm