1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 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 216 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
| Model | 228 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
