1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza 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 137 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 70 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 228 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
