1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 620 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2003 Mercury Marauder 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. 2003 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 228 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
