2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 14 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 505 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | GranSport | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |