1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 1984 Maserati 228 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 308 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
