1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 960 kg more than 1989 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, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | Lagonda | 228 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |