1986 Maserati 228 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 20 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1470 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maybach |
| Model | 228 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
