1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 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 48 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 477 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Maserati | Lexus |
| Model | 228 | IS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2731 mm |
