1986 Maserati 228 vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 21 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 139 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 228 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | 228 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
