1986 Maserati 228 vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 1965 Ford Zodiac has automatic transmission and 1986 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1986 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Ford Zodiac will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 228 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
