2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Maserati GranSport | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | GranSport | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |