1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228.
Because 1989 Maserati 228 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Allante | 228 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
