1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 20 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 129 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 228 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
