2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
