1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 165 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | 228 | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
