1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | New Yorker | 228 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2610 mm |
