1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 26 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Maserati 228 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | 228 | E-Series |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |