1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1295 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | 228 | Express |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| 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 | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2560 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 |
