1984 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 25 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 228. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1984 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1984 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 228 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Maserati | Maybach |
Model | 228 | 57 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |