1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 435 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228. 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Quattroporte | 228 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
