1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 15 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 395 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
| Model | 228 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
