1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 228 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
