1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Maserati | Pagani |
| Model | 228 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
