1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 680 kg more than 1988 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Quattroporte | 228 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
