1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 615 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
| Model | 228 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2909 mm |
