1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 45 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Commodore | 228 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
