1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 16 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Maserati | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 228 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |
