Compare the2024 Porsche 911VS 2024 Maserati MC20

The 911 offers all-wheel drive to maximize traction under poor conditions, especially in ice and snow. The MC20 doesn’t offer all-wheel drive.

A passive infrared night vision system optional on the 911 helps the driver to more easily detect people, animals or other objects in front of the vehicle at night. Using an infrared camera to detect heat, the system then displays the image on a monitor in the dashboard. The MC20 doesn’t offer a night vision system.

The 911’s optional lane departure warning system alerts a temporarily inattentive driver when the vehicle begins to leave its lane and gently nudges the vehicle back towards its lane. The MC20 doesn’t offer a lane departure warning system.

Both the 911 and MC20 offer rear cross-traffic warning, but the 911 with Rear Cross Traffic Alert also has Rear Cross Traffic Alert (automatically applies the brakes) to better prevent a collision when backing near traffic. The MC20’s Rear Cross Path doesn’t automatically brake.

Both the 911 and the MC20 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras, available crash mitigating brakes, blind spot warning systems and around view monitors.

The 911’s corrosion warranty is 8 years and unlimited miles longer than the MC20’s (12/unlimited vs. 4/50,000).

There are over 67 percent more Porsche dealers than there are Maserati dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the 911’s warranty.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the 911 second among premium sporty cars in their 2023 Initial Quality Study. The MC20 isn’t in the top three in its category.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2023 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Porsche vehicles are better in initial quality than Maserati vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Porsche above average in initial quality. With 15 more problems per 100 vehicles, Maserati is rated lower.

The 911 Turbo S’ standard 3.7 turbo 6-cylinder produces 19 more horsepower (640 vs. 621) and 52 lbs.-ft. more torque (590 vs. 538) than the MC20’s 3.0 turbo V6.

As tested in Car and Driver the 911 S 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder is faster than the Maserati MC20 (automatics tested):

	911	MC20
Zero to 60 MPH	2.8 sec	3.2 sec

As tested in Car and Driver the 911 GT3 4.0 DOHC 6-cylinder is faster than the Maserati MC20 3.0 (automatics tested):

	911	MC20
Zero to 60 MPH	2.7 sec	3.2 sec
5 to 60 MPH Rolling Start	3.6 sec	3.7 sec
Passing 50 to 70 MPH	2.1 sec	2.4 sec
Quarter Mile	10.9 sec	11 sec

The flat cylinder configuration of the boxer engine in the 911 lowers its center of gravity, enhancing handling stability. The MC20 doesn’t offer a boxer engine configuration.

On the EPA test cycle the 911 Coupe gets better mileage than the MC20:

			MPG
911 Coupe
RWD	Manual	GTS 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/24 hwy
		S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/25 hwy
	Auto	S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/23 hwy
		3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/24 hwy
AWD	Manual	S 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/25 hwy
	Auto	S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/23 hwy
		3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/24 hwy
MC20
	Auto	3.0 turbo V6	15 city/25 hwy

On the EPA test cycle the 911 Cabriolet gets better mileage than the MC20:

			MPG
911 Cabriolet
RWD	Manual	GTS 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/24 hwy
		S 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/25 hwy
	Auto	S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/23 hwy
		3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/24 hwy
AWD	Manual	S4 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/24 hwy
	Auto	S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/23 hwy
		3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/24 hwy
MC20
	Auto	3.0 turbo V6	15 city/25 hwy

In heavy traffic or at stoplights the 911’s engine automatically turns off when the vehicle is stopped, saving fuel and reducing pollution. The engine is automatically restarted when the driver gets ready to move again. If the conditions warrant or the driver wishes, the system can be manually disabled at any time for the duration of a trip. The MC20 doesn’t offer an automatic engine start/stop system.

The 911’s standard fuel tank has a gallon more fuel capacity than the MC20 (16.9 vs. 15.9 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups. The 911’s optional fuel tank has 7.8 gallons more fuel capacity than the MC20 (23.7 vs. 15.9 gallons).

All wheel drive, available in the 911, provides the best traction for acceleration in wet, dry, and icy conditions. In corners, all wheel drive allows both outside wheels to provide power, balancing the car. This allows for better handling. The Maserati MC20 is not available with all wheel drive.

For better stopping power the 911 Turbo S’ front brake rotors are larger than those on the MC20:

	911 Turbo S	MC20	MC20 CCB
Front Rotors	16.5 inches	15 inches	15.5 inches
Rear Rotors	15.3 inches	13.8 inches	14.7 inches

The 911 stops much shorter than the MC20:

	911	MC20
70 to 0 MPH	133 feet	149 feet	Car and Driver

For better traction, the 911 GT3 RS’ optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the MC20 (F:275/30R20 & R:335/30R21 vs. F:245/35R20 & R:305/30R20).

The 911 GT3 RS’ optional tires provide better handling because they have a lower 30 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the MC20’s 35 series front tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 911 offers optional 21-inch rear wheels. The MC20’s largest wheels are only 20-inches.

The 911 (except Base/GT3) offers active sway bars, which help keep it flat and controlled during cornering, but disconnect at lower speeds to smooth the ride and offer greater off-road suspension articulation. This helps keep the tires glued to the road on-road and off. The MC20 doesn’t offer an active sway bar system.

The 911 GT3 handles at 1.17 G’s, while the MC20 Coupe pulls only 1.08 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

For better maneuverability, the 911 GT3’s turning circle is 4.6 feet tighter than the MC20’s (34.1 feet vs. 38.7 feet). The 911’s turning circle is 1.9 feet tighter than the MC20’s (36.8 feet vs. 38.7 feet).

The 911 is 5.9 inches shorter than the MC20, making the 911 easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The design of the Porsche 911 amounts to more than styling. The 911 offers aerodynamic coefficients of drag from .31 to .33 Cd (depending on bodystyle and options). That is significantly lower than the MC20 (.38 to .39). A more efficient exterior helps the 911 go faster and keeps the interior quieter. It also helps the 911 get better fuel mileage.

The front grille of the 911 uses electronically controlled shutters to close off airflow and reduce drag when less engine cooling is needed. This helps improve highway fuel economy. The MC20 doesn’t offer active grille shutters.

The 911 has standard seating for 4 passengers; the MC20 can only carry 2.

The 911 has 25 cubic feet more passenger volume than the MC20 (73 vs. 48).

The 911’s front and rear power windows all open or close fully with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside the car. The MC20’s rear power window switches have to be held the entire time to open or close them fully.

The 911’s standard power window controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The MC20’s available power window controls are spread out on the center console where they can’t be seen without the driver completely removing his eyes from the road.

Comfort Access standard on the 911 (except GT3) allows you to unlock the driver’s door, trunk and start the engine all without removing a key from pocket or purse. This eliminates searching for keys before loading groceries, getting in the vehicle in bad weather or making a hurried start to your trip. The Maserati MC20’s Extended Keyless Go doesn’t unlock the trunk.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the 911 (except Cabriolet/GT3) offers an optional rear wiper. The MC20 doesn’t offer a rear wiper.

To help drivers see further while navigating curves, the 911 offers optional adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle. The MC20 doesn’t offer cornering lights.

The 911’s sun-visors swivel front-to-side to block glare from the side windows. The MC20’s visors are fixed into the windshield header.

The 911’s power mirror controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The MC20’s power mirror controls are on the dash where they are possibly hidden by the steering wheel and are awkward to manipulate.

When the 911 is put in reverse, the passenger rearview mirror tilts from its original position. This gives the driver a better view of the curb during parallel parking maneuvers. Shifting out of reverse puts the mirror into its original position. The MC20’s mirror doesn’t automatically adjust for backing.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the 911 keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The MC20 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the 911’s optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The MC20 doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

To keep a safe, consistent following distance, the 911 (except Manual) offers an optional Adaptive Cruise Control, which alters the speed of the vehicle without driver intervention. This allows the driver to use cruise control more safely without constantly having to disengage it when approaching slower traffic. The MC20 doesn’t offer an adaptive cruise control.

The 911 (except Manual/GT3)’s optional Active Parking Support can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, starting, stopping and changing direction automatically. Garage Pilot will park and retrieve your car remotely: press a button and watch it park itself. This is ideal for tight locations. The MC20 doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

Car and Driver performed a comparison test in its March 2022 issue and the Porsche 911 Turbo S Lightweight Coupe won out over the Maserati MC20 Coupe.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the 911 first among premium sporty cars in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The MC20 isn’t in the top three.