1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce 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 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 228 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
