1985 Maserati 228 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 228 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Maserati | Steyr |
| Model | 228 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1950 mm |
