1985 Maserati 228 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 228 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | 228 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
