1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2011 GMC Savana

To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 24 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1242 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.

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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Maserati 228 2011 GMC Savana
Make Maserati GMC
Model 228 Savana
Year Released 1987 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2790 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 2507 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 2126 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3429 mm


 

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