1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 98 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Maserati 228 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 228 | C |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |