1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 650 kg more than 1986 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Newport | 228 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
