1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 113 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Thunderbird | 228 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
