1985 Maserati 228 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 228 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Maserati | McLaren |
| Model | 228 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
