1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 127 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2000 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 228 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | 228 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |