1986 Maserati 228 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1986 Maserati 228 and 1986 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 129 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 228 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica, 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 228 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
