2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Porsche | Maserati |
| Model | 911 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
