1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 228 | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
