1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1090 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 228 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
