1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 228 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
