1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 91 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 228 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 228 | 944 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |