1986 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1386 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 228 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3327 mm |
