1984 Maserati 228 vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 228 | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 228 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
