1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 228 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
