1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 144 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Maserati | Reliant |
| Model | 228 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
