1988 Maserati 228 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 228 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Maserati | Willys-Overland |
Model | 228 | Rural |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |