1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 19 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 751 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 228 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
