1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB 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 205 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | 228 | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
