2007 Maserati GT vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
