1985 Maserati 228 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 905 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228.
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1985 Maserati 228 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 228 | S |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3165 mm |