1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 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 182 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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 @ 2900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | 228 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
