1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 228 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2918 mm |
