1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 715 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 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2012 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | 228 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
