Compare the2025 Maserati MC20VS 2025 Porsche 911

The MC20 has a standard blind spot warning system that uses sensors to alert the driver to objects in the vehicle’s blind spots where the side view mirrors don’t reveal them. A system to reveal vehicles in the 911’s blind spot costs extra.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the MC20 has standard Rear Cross Path, helping the driver avoid collisions. Porsche charges extra for Rear Cross Traffic Alert on the 911.

Both the MC20 and the 911 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 and around view monitors.

The MC20 has more powerful engines than the 911:

As tested in Motor Trend the Maserati MC20 3.0 is faster than the Porsche 911 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder (automatics tested):

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

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

The MC20 has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The 911 doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

For better stopping power the MC20’s standard brake rotors are larger than those on the 911:

For better traction, the MC20 has larger tires than the 911 (F:245/35R20 & R:305/30R20 vs. F:235/40R19 & R:295/35R20).

The MC20’s 245/35R20 front and 305/30R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series front and 30 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the 911 Dakar’s standard 45 series front and 40 series rear tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the MC20 has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch front wheels are standard on the 911.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the MC20 Cielo’s wheelbase is 9.8 inches longer than on the 911 (106.3 inches vs. 96.5 inches). The MC20 Cielo’s wheelbase is 9.6 inches longer than on the 911 GT3 (106.3 inches vs. 96.7 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the MC20 is 3.4 inches wider in the front and 3.3 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the 911.

The MC20 Coupe handles at 1.08 G’s, while the 911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupe pulls only 1.03 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

The MC20’s standard power retractable hardtop allows a seamless transition from an open car, to a completely sealed coupe. The 911 doesn’t offer a retractable hardtop.

The MC20 Coupe has a larger trunk than the 911 Coupe with its rear seat up (5.3 vs. 4.8 cubic feet).

The MC20 Cielo has a larger trunk with its top down than the 911 Cabriolet with its top down (5.3 vs. 4.8 cubic feet).

The MC20 has a standard remote vehicle starting system, so the vehicle can be started from inside the driver's house. This allows the driver to comfortably warm up the engine before going out to the vehicle. The climate system will also automatically heat or cool the interior. The 911 doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

The MC20’s standard easy entry system glides the driver’s seat back, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. An easy entry system costs extra on the 911.

If the windows are left open on the MC20 the driver can close them all from a distance using the remote. On a hot day the driver can also lower the windows the same way. The driver of the 911 can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The MC20 has standard Extended Keyless Go that allows you to unlock the doors from either outside door handle and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. The 911 GT3 doesn’t offer Comfort Access.

The MC20’s power window, power lock and cruise control switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night. The 911’s cruise control switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.