1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Stratos | 228 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
