1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia 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 193 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 228 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | 228 | Olympia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |