1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Corsair | 228 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
