1956 Maserati 350S vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
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.
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1956 Maserati 350S | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | 350S | 228 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |