1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Maserati | Mini |
| Model | 228 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2596 mm |
