1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 441 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 228 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
