1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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 Maserati 228 (365 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 228 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
