2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
