1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 310 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 228 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 228 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |