1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1470 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2004 Maybach 57 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. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maybach |
| Model | 228 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
