2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 444 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |