1986 Maserati 228 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 13 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 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 228 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | 228 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
