2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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, 1987 Porsche 911 (763 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 763 Nm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 342 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
