1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1987 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
