1985 Maserati 228 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1985 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1985 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 228 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
| Model | 228 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2891 mm |
