1986 Maserati 228 vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 625 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228. 1996 Nissan President 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. 1996 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 1996 Nissan President | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 228 | President |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
