1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Indy | 228 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
